Grow. Thrive. Finish.
Fiction Book Coaching with Honesty, Empathy, Compassion, & Reliability
Dear author in the making,
Do any of these resonate with you?
◼ I have an idea, but I have no idea what to do with it.
◼ I have a hard time focusing when I sit down to write.
◼ I can never finish my current work-in-progress because shiny-itis screams at me to move on to the next story.
If so, you’re in the right place.
I’m Lysa, a dedicated, certified, and experienced book coach, and I’m here to help romance and cozy mystery writers create the story they’ve always wanted to tell.
Let’s face it, trying to navigate the black hole known as Google for the help you need just doesn’t work.
With me, you’ll get all the support, knowledge, and resources you need — all in one place. No matter what challenges you’re having, I’ll help you find a way through.
✔ I’ll equip you with the tools.
✔ You’ll bring the passion and put in the work.
✔ Together, we’ll take your work and turn it into a finished draft or a ready-for-an-editor manuscript.
With my help, you’ll create sustainable writing habits and routines that will help you focus on your story — on your schedule. Together, we’ll conquer FOMO and put shiny-itis in a folder where it belongs.
Here's how we'll get you there:
Customized Coaching Plan: Receive a personalized plan crafted to align with your unique needs, writing style, and specific goals.
Actionable Strategies: Gain practical, proven techniques for everything from outlining (if that's your thing) to mastering story structure, crafting impactful scenes, developing unforgettable characters, and consistently meeting your readers’ expectations.
Support: Get dedicated help reaching your goals, refining story ideas, identifying comp titles, fostering mindset, boosting motivation, and maintaining accountability.
Overcome Every Hurdle: Receive targeted guidance for leaping over your specific hurdles, building sustainable writing habits, and managing your time to keep you on track toward publishing your dream.
Essential Tools & Connections: Access to my comprehensive library of resources, techniques, and trusted referrals to ensure you have everything you need at your fingertips.
Ready to organize your ideas and plot your path to a finished manuscript? Book a FREE discovery call today and let’s make that dream a reality.
Find a full listing of services here*.
*I offer a limited number of discounts and scholarships for writers facing financial hardship.
Please email support@lpondbookcoach.com to set up a call.
“The best teachers are those that show you where to look, but don’t tell you what to see.”
— Alexadra K. Trenfor
Why work with me?
See what my students say about working together…
Lysa has been a godsend for getting my books, and myself, out in the world as a romance author! We've been working together for several months and I have published FOUR books! I never thought I'd even get one out! She's helped me work through plot holes, beat imposter syndrome (several times), and learn to market myself as an author along with my books. Her calm, positive personality was a perfect fit for an insecure, anxiety-ridden person like myself.
If it wasn't for her support, knowledge, and extensive resources, I would've given up on pursuing my dream of becoming an author. Of. Four. Books
Reina Carter: Published Author - 1:1 Monthly Coaching Student
Best coach out there!
I’m neuro-spicy and ADHD. I had difficulty with one-size-fits-all resources. Nothing was working for me. I had an awesome story idea, in second draft, but had problems wrapping my head around structure, scenes, and creating a writing routine. My story was a mess. Then I met Lysa. She took me on as a Scholarship client (struggling student here!). Since we began working together she’d helped me put together a writing habit that works for me, keeps me on track and stay motivated. She’s my biggest cheerleader.
With a coaching plan that works for my brain I’m on course to finish my final draft for editing before the end of the year!
Tara Miller: Story Strategy Coaching Student
Lysa has been a GODSEND. Oftentimes, my anxiety will get the best of me, and I’ll stay paralyzed with fear and indecision. Lysa has been the cheerleader, strategist, and coach I’ve needed to get my book out into the world successfully. Thank you so much, Lysa!
Angel M. Shaw: Private Coaching Client
From piecing together my messy ideas to completely pivoting genres and stories, Lysa has provided invaluable guidance. She knows her stuff, has an amazing library of resources, and a personality that makes me feel welcome and respected. She listens to the issues I have, even the unnecessary self-inflicted ones, and always knows how to help me solve my problems. There's usually some homework involved on my part but my stories are better for it.
Lysa has put up with a lot from me already, but I'm on track to getting my stories published because of her.
I can't recommend her services enough!
Brooke Godwin: Published Author - 1:1 Monthly Coaching Student
When I came to Lysa I had a story idea, but nothing else. Lysa has guided me through story and scene structure, helped me develop character sketches and my world. She keeps me motivated and accountable for my story. After only a few months I’m half-way through my first draft. I wouldn’t be where I am without Lysa.
Diane Portello: Novice to Novelist Coaching Student
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About Me
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Hi! I'm Lysa Pond, an experienced Certified Book Coach, writer, and the founder of LPond Book Coach.
I currently reside in rural North Carolina with my husband. When I'm not working with coaching students, I spend time writing my own novels, reading, and hoarding collecting office supplies.
If you'd like to discuss the services I offer, have a general writing question, or simply want to chat about our mutual love of office supplies, please don't hesitate to email me at hello@lpondbookcoach.com or book a discovery call. I'd love to connect!
